As cryptocurrency and decentralized technologies continue to expand into the mainstream, crypto-related scams remain one of the fastest-growing threats to new users. Blockchain entrepreneur and educator Jason Ansell has released a new educational book, The Dark Side of Web3: How to Spot and Avoid Crypto Scams, aimed at helping readers understand how modern crypto scams operate and how to identify warning signs before irreversible losses occur.

Now available on Amazon in Kindle and paperback formats, The Dark Side of Web3 addresses a growing education gap in decentralized systems where traditional consumer protections do not exist. Industry data shows that billions of dollars are lost annually to scams such as rug pulls, phishing attacks, impersonation schemes, and wallet-draining exploits—often due to lack of awareness rather than carelessness.

Unlike fear-driven or highly technical publications, The Dark Side of Web3 focuses on practical education. The book breaks down the recurring patterns behind common crypto scams, explains why even experienced users can fall victim, and outlines how decentralized environments shift responsibility directly onto individuals.

“Web3 gives people unprecedented control over their assets, but that control comes with responsibility,” said Ansell. “This book was written to help users participate safely by understanding how scams actually work—not to discourage adoption, but to support informed participation.”

The book is designed for newcomers to crypto, investors, builders, and community members who want to better understand risk in decentralized systems. Topics include scam psychology, wallet security habits, project evaluation frameworks, and how to recognize red flags before interacting with unfamiliar platforms or smart contracts.

The Dark Side of Web3: How to Spot and Avoid Crypto Scams is available on Amazon in multiple regions:

• United States: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GC8MFQQ1
• Canada: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GC8MFQQ1
• United Kingdom: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0GC8MFQQ1

A paperback edition is also available for readers who prefer a physical format.

About the Author

Jason Ansell is a blockchain entrepreneur and Web3 educator with over twenty years of experience in technology and digital systems. His work focuses on making decentralized technologies more accessible, understandable, and secure through education and real-world insight.